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Cheryl Oree, age 70, passed from her earthly life on January 31, 2026, and entered into the army of her savior.
Cheryl was born in Queens, NY on June 8, 1955, to Freddie Oree and Willie Mae Beamon. She grew up in Paterson, NJ alongside her parents, two sisters, Germaine Sims and Freda Godwin, and her brother, Kenneth Oree. Cheryl earned her high school diploma from Eastside High School in 1973. She spent the first half of her life in Paterson before moving to College Park, Ga where she put down roots and lived until her passing.
Cheryl was affectionately known as Shirl and Othamommy to those closest to her. Throughout her life she wore many different hats. She worked for Bell South, Georgia Power, and retired from Transportation Security Administration (TSA) – Atlanta in 2020. Cheryl was a hard worker at every job she had and that continued on even after retiring.
Her hobbies included crocheting, puzzles, movies, travelling, going on cruises, listening to music, singing and dancing. She never liked to sit still and was known to always have something going on. Cheryl was vibrant and so full of life, she was regarded as being a ball of fun. She liked to march to the beat of her own drum, but was always aware of others around her and making sure to never make anyone feel uncomfortable.
She spent her last years relaxing and doing exactly what she wanted to do on her own time.
Cheryl was a devoted and loving mother, deeply admired by her daughters. She was always nurturing and selfless, she was their protector and her girls knew they were safe with her. Cheryl was known to all as the cool mom, despite being strict with her rules. She loved her daughters unconditionally and made sure they always knew how proud of them that she was. Cheryl would always say to them “I love you MORE!” And they had no doubts that she meant it. Her great big giving heart extended far beyond her own children though. She would have given the clothes off her back to anyone in need.
Ms. Oree was preceded in death by her parents: Freddie Oree and Willie Mae (Beamon) Sims; and her brother: Kenneth Oree. She is survived by her daughters: Kenshanna and Kendra Oree, both of College Park, GA grandchildren: Shani L. Deas (Sherrod Deas) of Douglasville, GA and Rashad F. Simpson of College Park, GA; great-grandchildren: Jordyn Graves of Douglasville, GA and Jynesis Deas of Douglasville, GA; sisters: Germaine Sims of Duluth, GA, Freda Godwin of Stone Mountain, GA, Barbara Ann Campbell of Columbia, SC, Vera Willingham of East Over, SC, Gloria Cills, Paulette Oree of Columbia, SC. Cheryl also leaves behind her precious fur baby, Tyga. She and Tyga were as thick as thieves, and she loved him with her whole heart.
Messages of condolence may be shared by visiting www.GeorgiaCremation.com. The Oree family is being assisted by Georgia Cremation, 1086 Highway 54 West, Fayetteville, GA.
Connie Jenkins says
We had a lot of conversation about Our Life and about Our kids/Grandkids. Shared pictures with our phone…Good laughs and conversation..I knew She was Someone I can relate to when She’s told My manager quite how she felt! And I love every minute of it…She were Cool and Confident in the way She carried herself…I’m going to sincerely Miss her …She love her Family May GOD be with the family during this Special time
Kyshmah “Keke” McNeill says
Mama Oree. I believe mama has known me since 7th grade and I met Kendra through sports. She was always a second mama to me no matter what. So if my mom didn’t get to me first Mama Cheryl did lol. Doesn’t matter if it was PTA meetings, volleyball games, basketball games, Mama Cheryl was always there and that’s what I am going to miss the most. The beautiful smile, our lovely conversations, and the words of encouragement she always gave me that I will forever remember.
To all the family, my condolences from my family and I are with you. Mama Cheryl will forever be remembered. Love you!!
Louise Cook says
My deepest condolences to the family I know that she will be truly missed. 🙏🙏🩷
Markita nelson says
I’m so sorry to her cuz past I will miss the time we shared together and I pray God help eases the pain of loosing your mom I’ll be praying for u
Tangela Robinson says
Deepest condolences from me and the girls. We are praying for comfort to you Kendra and Kenshanna and the family.
Dianne Nelson says
Cheryl was my Sister-Cousin, as we so fondly called each other. We would talk weekly about life, our hard-head children and laugh at the end of our therapy sessions with one another. Our relationship went deeper than anyone could imagine because we shared childhood secrets, laughed at our Sundays at momma’s house playing hide-go-seek, and blind-man’s bluff, and enjoying the food and cake that momma baked and Aunt Donnie used to cut as thin as a tissue so we all could have a sliver. Those were the good Ole days when we would go to Lake Sabego with the entire Beamon clan to enjoy the beach while our parents cooked and played cards. My name was not in her Obituary but she will always be my Sister-Cousin and I will always be hers. I love you Baby Girl….I know you are resting in love. As Jennifer Hudson sings…Still Here….you are still here because of the two wonderful daughters you left here and all of your grand and great grand children. Your Sister-Cousin, Dianne
Rosa Cray says
My deepest condolences to the family, from the first moment I meet Ms. Cheryl we were neighbors she was always so kind and loving and we bonded right away and so did our daughters they graduated high school together. I consider Ms. Cheryl family. She will be missed. Thank you for being apart of our lives. Rest in Heaven. Love always Rosa Cray and Family. 💐🙏🏾
Nicole Johnson says
Sending my deepest condolences to the family. One thing I must say is that I had the pleasure of being classmates with Kendra, and she always showed kindness. She was never mean or rude—she consistently demonstrated such beautiful character.
Ms. Cheryl, I truly appreciate you, because it shows the kind of person you are and the values you instilled in her. Every time I saw you, you were always so kind and full of life.
With love,
Nicole
Garvey CILLS says
Son of sister Gloria Cills!! I want extend my deepest condolences!! Much love to the daughters and grandchildren and great grandchildren!! My prayers are with you all!! Hopefully we will meet as family one day!
Garvey Cills
P. Thandi Hicks Harper says
Cheryl….although not related by blood we claimed that we were cousins. So many memories. RIP cousin & sending love to both of your daughters. Whenever I came your way I will definitely reach out. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️❤️❤️
Joyce Williams says
Joe, Taylor and Joyce Williams extend our sincere condolences to you all. Cheryl was indeed a kind and sweet person. Our last conversation was about her hair and what color product did I use on mine. She will be truly missed. Be strong in the Lord. She took a part of all of you with her and she left a part of herself with you all.
New Canaan WOGM says
We are praying for God’s peace to surround the family and for His comfort to fill your hearts.
Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
Matthew 5:4
Cheryle Cook says
Sending love and strength to you and your family during this difficult time.
Devlin Griffin says
I remember meeting Cheryl at Forest Park, while watching our babies try to play Basketball. We had many memories over the years and our friendship turned into a sisters bond. We would have conversations about family, especially our children, health, faith and life in general. She was always eager to learn about different things not afraid to as questions if it was something that she didn’t understand. Very supportive, always kind, but was not afraid to speak her mind and tell you how she felt. I will miss all the moments and talks shared. Rest well my sister/ friend until we meet again.😭
To the family my deepest condolences and sympathy. My prayers of Gods comfort be with you all, May her memory be forever in your hearts.💕
Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted.
Van says
To my extended family my heartfelt condolences I can still remember the first time I met Cheryl from that day to this one she was one of my big sisters, which is what I called her Big Sis, I will truly miss her, she was a no nonsense person, did not bite her tongue and you always knew what she felt about a situation. She will truly be missed. Rest Easy Big Sis, May the Creator be pleased
CLYDE E Beamon Jr says
I pray that my cousin Cheryl’s soul is resting in peace
Brandon Griffin says
Every time I saw you, you were smiling. I truly can’t remember it any other way. You were like the cool grandmother I never had. I hate that we never got to share that glass of wine we always joked about. Rest easy. 🕊️
Steven Chase says
As my neighbor in CP for a few years, I can testify to Ms Cheryl’s love for her daughters, her warm personality and overall someone you won’t mind spending time with. I pray for the strength of her daughters and family in this time.
Rev Dr Beverly Ponder says
Kenshanna and Kendra, my love for you both extends out to you. Cheryl and I have had many conversations over the years and I am so thankful for the time spent with her. You two will remain constantly in my thoughts and prayers. I am always here for you. Much love to you both.
Coach Michelle says
My condolences to you and your family I know you feel sad I buried my mother December 20th 2025 mother will always be in our hearts may God give you both peace and strength you both are in my prayers
Rosemarie Daniels says
So sorry for your loss…I have known Cheryl since grammar school days….she will be missed RIP.
April Perry says
I was so sorry to hear of Ms. Cheryl’s passing. We were co-workers at Georgia Power many years ago and I will always remember the lessons she taught me. The best one was to learn to love myself and stop hanging with so many different people. Ms. Cheryl’s words to me were that everyone smiling in my face was not my friend. Those words have proven true several times in my life. I was lucky to have been able to call Ms. Cheryl my friend.
Tyrone Hicks says
Cheryl and I were classmates from K-12. She was always a kind person and always with a pretty smile and warm heart. ❤️ RIP old friend. Our loss is certainly Heaven’s gain . Peace Prayers Praise to her family 🙏🏿🙏🏿❤️
Ellen Jackson Davis says
To the family,
you have my sincerest condolences. Sis I kept your secret as I promised. Never imagined that you would earn your wings so soon. May God grant you eternal peace.
Laura A. Jefferson Evans says
Cheryl was like a younger sister to me, she hung with my sister Pat and brother Leroy.
She always had that beautiful smile.
When I moved to Ga. We got together a few times.
Rest In Peace my beautiful sister.
Sincere condolences to Cheryl’s family.
Love, Prayers and Blessings 🥲💔
Lawanna Dolson-Thomas says
Cheryl had asked me to send her the pictures from our last class reunion. She said she was going to come to the next one. Cheryl always had that beautiful smile when you saw her and a kind word. It hurt me to know another flame has gone out. Rest in peace, Cheryl, and my condolences to her family. I pray for your strength during this time.🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Miss Howie says
Sending my sincerest condolences to her daughters and family. Cheryl was a wonderful person. Always pleasant. We always reached out to give each other birthday greetings since our birthdays were a few days apart. May she rest in heavenly peace.
Christine Gardener says
I remember that lil girl that was always on the move and getting into mischief.🥰 Her squeals and laugher was contagious, so she never stayed in trouble very long. Our last conversation was about her love and pride for her daughters. Rest in peace & love dearest Cheryl
Clarence E Mosley says
Clarence E Mosley
I’m sorry for your loss and confidential to Cheryl Orr family. Me and your go far from as school #10 ,21 and Eastside High School she well be miss. From a Old Friend
Gail Darden says
May this beautiful lady rest in eternal peace.